On Friday, April 28, Monticello and Drew County lost long time quorum court member and local business woman, Carole Bulloch after a long life of service to the local community.   Born … more

According to the Monticello Police Department Chief of Police, Carlos Garcia, Monticello Police Department arrested Jonathan Evins  in connection with a murder that occurred on May 1, 2023. … more

Due to the recent passing of the Arkansas LEARNS Act, the Monticello School Board met at 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 25 to discuss the salary changes as well as security updates and more. … more

On Tuesday, April 25, the Monticello City Council held their monthly meeting with all members of the council present.   Before the agenda items were addressed, Mayor Akers asked that two … more

Monticello School Board hosts ground-breaking event to signify beginning of construction for new basketball arena. The event was hosted at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, April 25 in the Monticello High School … more

On Thursday, April 20, the Financial Committee met with all council members present except for Clarissa Pace, who had previous obligations.   The meeting opened with Jason Temple of McClelland … more

The monthly meeting of the Drew Memorial Health Systems Board of Governors was held on Monday, April 24.  All of the members of the board were present with the exception of Lagarian Cross. … more

Eureka Lodge 40 along with several brothers from southeast Arkansas lodges met Saturday, April 8 for a Masters degree on Brother Carlton Talley.   Brother Talley’s grandfather was in … more

The Arkansas Virtual Academy has launched a virtual band class this past year. This virtual band class is instructed by Monticello Band Director Carrie Teague. ARVA has been in operation for … more